Tokyo Olympics 2021
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SAI, IOA start sensitisation programs for Olympic bound athletes
Other Sports | Jun 25, 2021, 08:43 PM ISTThe interactive programme is designed to help athletes and support staff understand Covid-19 protocols, Japanese culture and anti-doping rules.
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'No spectators' still possible for Tokyo Olympics: Seiko Hashimoto
Other Sports | Jun 25, 2021, 05:12 PM ISTOrganizers put off the decision on local fans for several months, and fans from abroad were banned months ago.
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Hockey umpires prepared for Tokyo Olympics despite few 'setbacks' due to pandemic
Other Sports | Jun 25, 2021, 01:32 PM ISTRaghuprasad and Shaikh, who have the experience of presiding over 100 international matches each, are the only umpires chosen from India by the FIH to officiate at the Tokyo Olympics slated to open on July 23.
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Is Japan's remarkable vaccine drive in time for Tokyo Olympics?
Other Sports | Jun 25, 2021, 10:47 AM ISTThe vaccination pace is quickening even as the young remain hesitant amid an anti-vaccination misinformation campaign and officials have slowed vaccination reservations as demand outpaces supply.
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Usain Bolt's forecast: Watch out for Trayvon Bromell in 100 at Tokyo Olympics
Other Sports | Jun 25, 2021, 06:53 AM ISTBromell was an up-and-comer who finished tied for third at the 2015 world championships in a race Bolt won when he passed Justin Gatlin at the line for a .01-second victory.
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Udayan Mane to join Anirban Lahiri in Olympic field after Argentine player's withdrawal
Other Sports | Jun 24, 2021, 09:20 PM IST"I am thrilled but am still waiting for the official communication. I hope it comes soon," said Mane.
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Tokyo Olympics: Sania Mirza all set to make history at Games
Tennis | Jun 24, 2021, 03:24 PM ISTThe 34-year-old veteran will be the first female athlete to represent India at four Olympics when she competes at next month's Olympics.
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Tokyo Olympics' Transgender athlete could polarise opinion, feels expert
Cricket | Jun 24, 2021, 12:35 PM ISTA US expert on transgender rights and politics says the participation of weightlifter Laurel Hubbard at the Olympics might become a focus for conservative activists who oppose greater LGBTQ rights and freedoms.
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Indian shooters take aim in World Cup with an eye on Tokyo Olympics
Other Sports | Jun 23, 2021, 03:29 PM ISTThe Croatia World Cup will be organised in all three disciplines -- rifle, pistol and shotgun.
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Anirban Lahiri on Olympic qualification: It was a big surprise, don't feel I've really earned it
Other Sports | Jun 23, 2021, 03:10 PM ISTLahiri on Tuesday made the cut for the Olympics at the 60th spot, the last quota available as per the International Golf Federation rankings.
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Tokyo Olympics: PM Narendra Modi wishes very best to Indian contingent
Other Sports | Jun 23, 2021, 01:02 PM ISTOn the occasion of Olympic Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his wishes to the Indian contingent taking part in Tokyo Olympics, beginning July 23.
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Neeraj Chopra throws below-par 80.96m but wins in Karlstad GP in Sweden
Other Sports | Jun 22, 2021, 10:45 PM ISTChopra began with a throw of 79.07m before hurling the iron spear to 80.96m. His next three attempts were fouls before coming up with a final throw of 77.48m in a mediocre field.
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Anirban Lahiri qualifies for Tokyo Olympics
Other Sports | Jun 22, 2021, 08:14 PM ISTIndia was eligible for one spot and Lahiri was the highest-placed in the latest official world golf rankings at the 340th position.
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There can't be any discrimination: Rijiju on COVID-19 restrictions on India's Olympic-bound athletes
Other Sports | Jun 22, 2021, 06:11 PM ISTWith the pandemic still raging, the Tokyo organisers have prescribed stricter regulations for travellers from 11 countries including India for the Games beginning July 23.
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Denis Shapovalov pulls out of Olympics due to COVID-19 fears
Tennis | Jun 22, 2021, 04:14 PM ISTMaking his announcement on Twitter on Tuesday, the 22-year-old Shapovalov said, "Hey everyone, after careful consideration I wanted to let you know that I will not be participating in the Olympics this year.
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Tokyo Olympics: Manpreet named captain of men's hockey team for Olympics
Hockey | Jun 22, 2021, 02:26 PM ISTMidfielder Manpreet Singh was on Tuesday named captain of the 16-member Olympic-bound Indian men's hockey team, while experienced defenders, Birendra Lakra and Harmanpreet Singh, were named vice-captains.
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Indian archers hope for fresh start after Olympic qualification debacle
Other Sports | Jun 21, 2021, 09:55 PM ISTIn Tokyo, India thus will have four archers with the men's team of Tarundeep Rai, Atanu Das and Pravin Jadhav, while Deepika will be the sole entry in the women's section, in her third successive Olympics.
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Shot-putter Tejinder Toor qualifies for Tokyo Olympics with record-breaking show at IGP 4
Other Sports | Jun 21, 2021, 08:19 PM ISTToor crossed the Olympic Qualification mark with a throw of 21.49m and brpke his own National Record.
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Lack of experience probably hurt India: Dola on women's archery team missing Olympic qualification
Other Sports | Jun 21, 2021, 07:40 PM ISTFor the first time since the women's team made its Olympic debut in Athens 2004, India will not have representation at the Games
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Rani Rampal to lead Indian women's hockey team in Tokyo Olympics
Other Sports | Jun 21, 2021, 05:56 PM ISTIndia had last week announced a 16-member team for the Tokyo Games but refrained from naming the captain although it was more or less certain that Rani would lead the side.